EMS Operations and Safety Flashcards
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When operating an ambulance in emergency mode, which factor is MOST responsible for ambulance crashes?
Answer: Intersection collisions
Intersection collisions are the leading cause of ambulance crashes during emergency responses.
A paramedic arrives at a scene involving a natural gas leak. What is the first priority?
Answer: Move upwind and uphill from the leak
Paramedics must position upwind and uphill from hazardous material releases to avoid exposure before entering.
Which ICS position is responsible for overall scene management and has ultimate authority at an MCI?
Answer: Incident Commander
The Incident Commander holds overall authority and accountability for all aspects of the incident.
According to NFPA standards, EMS providers working near highway incidents should wear high-visibility vests rated at minimum:
Answer: ANSI Class 3
ANSI/ISEA 107 Class 3 high-visibility apparel is required for personnel working in highway environments.
During a multiple-casualty incident, a patient tagged BLACK in START triage is classified as:
Answer: Expectant — deceased or unsurvivable
Black tags in START triage indicate patients who are deceased or have injuries incompatible with survival given available resources.
What is the recommended safe following distance for an ambulance traveling at highway speeds in non-emergency mode?
Answer: 6 seconds
Due to the size and weight of ambulances, a minimum 6-second following distance is recommended at highway speeds.
A paramedic witnesses a coworker falsify a patient care report. The most appropriate first action is to:
Answer: Report it to a supervisor through the proper chain of command
Falsifying PCRs is a legal and ethical violation that must be reported through proper supervisory channels.